Bislig

Home to dozens upon dozens of natural attractions, Bislig, Surigao del Sur will make nature and adventure junkies go crazy. This town is for you if you have a yearning for adventure and an open mind. Life’s too short, right?

One of the top places to go to in Bislig is the Tinuy-an Falls. Also known as the widest waterfall in the country, the “Niagra Falls of the Philippines” is a curtain of cascading waters that spill onto a large water basin perfect for swimming and picture taking. It’s a marvel to look at and surely, you will not be disappointed. Aside from this gem, Bislig is also home to Sian Falls, Canlumawag Falls, Mendezona Falls, Sibaroy Falls, and the Kambawl Falls.

In the outskirts of the town, you can also find the Banbow Cave and the Hinayagan Cave, which has an underground river. You can see for yourself what wonders it holds. But of course, Bislig is also home to a couple of beaches. One of the most notable ones is the Lawigan Beach. Beautifully serene and picturesque, this beach is perfect for swimming and bonding with friends. There’s also the Chocolate Beach, which got its name because of its chocolate-y color due to the excessive mud and shallow water that make up the beach. This place is popular for skim-boarding, the mud just makes it twice as fun! Also, another beach you can go to is the Mabakat Beach, which was only recently opened to the public. The beach is perfect for surfing, so better get your boards ready!

And while you’re in Bislig, don’t miss out on touring the International Doll House! Dolls from all over the world are displayed in this house and they’re usually wearing the traditional attires of their home countries.

Lake 77 is also a nice destination to visit. This man-made lake has been a popular attraction among the visitors — it’s great for boating and fishing! They offer boat tours there, which includes a handsome meal in the center of the lake, where you can admire the surroundings while eating. It doesn’t get more splendid than that, right?

Bislig and Hinatuan are the top two places people visit in Surigao del Sur, because of their gorgeous natural attractions.